Chimcare is family owned small business servicing our local Oregon Coast community since 1989. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond the call of duty for each and every one of our customers. All of our employee's are pre-screened, drug free and provide top notch service! Our Employee's arrive in uniform and in marked vehicles. When you Choose our company you really choose the best Chimney Sweep and Chimney Repair Company that Angies List has to offer! We also specialize in fireplace installations of gas and wood burning fireplace inserts. We also build outdoor fireplaces. Call Today and Get Ready to have the best Service Possible! Additional email - chimcare@hotmail.com. Additional phone - (503) 317-5154
"Extremely Disappointed with Chimcare’s Service and Product, go with someone else! Our experience with Chimcare started off positively—they did a great job removing a large chimney from our house and installing a gas fireplace insert. Unfortunately, everything went downhill after that. The gas insert they sold us, a Regency brand, has been nothing but a nightmare. Over the last three years, we’ve had to call Chimcare out to repair it at least eight times. Each time, the fireplace works for only a couple of weeks—or less—before breaking down again, often in the same way. Most recently, the ceramic insert they installed broke after just a few days of intermittent use. This strongly suggests that their technicians are not properly trained at installing the ceramic inserts, leading to repeated failures. Because of these issues, we’ve had a functional fireplace for only two months total over the last two years. This failure to provide a reliable product and service has significantly impacted our family. We’ve gone through two Thanksgivings and two Christmases without a working fireplace. To make matters worse, during the major ice storm last year, we were left without the heat the fireplace could have provided—something we should have been able to rely on to keep our home and two small children warm during a power outage. Despite our repeated requests, Chimcare has been incredibly unhelpful in resolving the situation. I’ve had to pester them with calls every few days to get any progress on having Regency honor the warranty. They are completely unresponsive/not-proactive unless I am calling them directly - technician, project planner, and front office are all favorites in my phone - at this point, I’ve had to call daily just to get any updates or action on what should be a simple warranty replacement. Their lack of proactivity and accountability has been exhausting and deeply disappointing and makes it seem like they are not actually trying to honor my warranty and for what we paid for in terms of service. It’s incredibly frustrating to have spent so much money on this installation, only to deal with constant repairs, an unusable product, and a company that refuses to address their technician’s clear errors. While their team is polite when scheduling repairs and when the technicians are present, politeness doesn’t make up for poor service and unreliability. We deeply regret choosing Chimcare for our fireplace installation and strongly advise others to look elsewhere for their fireplace needs."
Kyle H on December 2024
Chimcare is family owned small business servicing our local Oregon Coast community since 1989. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond the call of duty for each and every one of our customers. All of our employee's are pre-screened, drug free and provide top notch service! Our Employee's arrive in uniform and in marked vehicles. When you Choose our company you really choose the best Chimney Sweep and Chimney Repair Company that Angies List has to offer! We also specialize in fireplace installations of gas and wood burning fireplace inserts. We also build outdoor fireplaces. Call Today and Get Ready to have the best Service Possible! Additional email - chimcare@hotmail.com. Additional phone - (503) 317-5154
"Extremely Disappointed with Chimcare’s Service and Product, go with someone else! Our experience with Chimcare started off positively—they did a great job removing a large chimney from our house and installing a gas fireplace insert. Unfortunately, everything went downhill after that. The gas insert they sold us, a Regency brand, has been nothing but a nightmare. Over the last three years, we’ve had to call Chimcare out to repair it at least eight times. Each time, the fireplace works for only a couple of weeks—or less—before breaking down again, often in the same way. Most recently, the ceramic insert they installed broke after just a few days of intermittent use. This strongly suggests that their technicians are not properly trained at installing the ceramic inserts, leading to repeated failures. Because of these issues, we’ve had a functional fireplace for only two months total over the last two years. This failure to provide a reliable product and service has significantly impacted our family. We’ve gone through two Thanksgivings and two Christmases without a working fireplace. To make matters worse, during the major ice storm last year, we were left without the heat the fireplace could have provided—something we should have been able to rely on to keep our home and two small children warm during a power outage. Despite our repeated requests, Chimcare has been incredibly unhelpful in resolving the situation. I’ve had to pester them with calls every few days to get any progress on having Regency honor the warranty. They are completely unresponsive/not-proactive unless I am calling them directly - technician, project planner, and front office are all favorites in my phone - at this point, I’ve had to call daily just to get any updates or action on what should be a simple warranty replacement. Their lack of proactivity and accountability has been exhausting and deeply disappointing and makes it seem like they are not actually trying to honor my warranty and for what we paid for in terms of service. It’s incredibly frustrating to have spent so much money on this installation, only to deal with constant repairs, an unusable product, and a company that refuses to address their technician’s clear errors. While their team is polite when scheduling repairs and when the technicians are present, politeness doesn’t make up for poor service and unreliability. We deeply regret choosing Chimcare for our fireplace installation and strongly advise others to look elsewhere for their fireplace needs."
Kyle H on December 2024
Maupin’s Stoves & Spas, located in The Dalles, has been providing warmth and relaxation to the Columbia Gorge since 1990
Maupin’s Stoves & Spas, located in The Dalles, has been providing warmth and relaxation to the Columbia Gorge since 1990
Honke Heating and Air Conditioning Inc have been servicing Gresham and Portland area customers for over 40+ years. The employees of Honke Heating and Air Conditioning are the heart of the company, each one just as committed to customer service as the other which is why our mission is simply to provide, trust, integrity, quality brand equipment, experience, high tech knowledge and dependable service, indoor air quality and comfort to our residential and commercial customers. Our customers are very important to us and we have the track record to prove it, customer service 24 hours a day is always first and most important. We only provide top quality products and services which allows us to offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our employees are factory trained and certified above the industry standards allowing you the peace of mind you deserve and expect from a company you’re choosing to work in your home or business. Being a locally owned and operated company we stay current with the happenings of the community’s that we serve, keeping up to date on code and energy requirements and making charitable contributions. We have several advantages over our competition, we are a top rated PGE aprroved heat pump contractor, Northwest Natural certified Gas and Service Solutions contractor, Oregon Energy Trust certified Partner, Energy Star Products Provider, certified with the Oregon State Department of Energy and the Federal Government to offer the tax credits that the high efficiency products can qualify for. Consider the long term savings new and efficient equipment can offer. The money you spend can make a lot of sense. Enjoy years of worry free operation and comfort with the best manufacturer warranties in the industry. Honke Heating and Air Conditioning’s qualified technicians are experienced in residential and commercial installation of: •Gas, Oil and Electric Furnaces •Heat Pumps •Air Conditioners •Ductless mini split heat pump systems •Gas and electric hot water heaters both tankless and tank •Hydraulic Boiler Systems •Radiant Heating Systems •Gas Fireplaces •Gas piping installation and repair •Media and Electronic Air Filters •New Ductwork •In floor Heating •Programmable Thermostats Lasting value from the company you trust. Because of the Lennox and Rudd Quality Dealer Standards Program customers know they can trust us. We’ve met the toughest standards in the business. We sell,install and service the highest quaility ductless heat pumps and are a proud Mitsubishi Diamond Dealer, Daikin Absolute Comfort Dealer, LG- Life’s Good Dealer, Fujitsu Halcyon certified Dealer. We have been voted *“Best Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor” the last 4 years in a row. (*per the Gresham Outlook and Sandy Post reader survey). We are active members in ORACCA (Oregon Air Conditioning Contractors of America), NWCC (north west collage of construction), NATE (north american technician excellence), several local chamber of commerce’s including Gresham, Sandy and Troutdale/Wood Village. Give us a call today to find out more!!
"The repairman replaced the compressor, wiring harness and recharged the refrigerant. His work involved pressure testing, checking voltage and 3 1/2 hours of labor. He arrived on time, was courteous and professional, and did excellent work. My AC has been working great!"
Patricia T on September 2021
Honke Heating and Air Conditioning Inc have been servicing Gresham and Portland area customers for over 40+ years. The employees of Honke Heating and Air Conditioning are the heart of the company, each one just as committed to customer service as the other which is why our mission is simply to provide, trust, integrity, quality brand equipment, experience, high tech knowledge and dependable service, indoor air quality and comfort to our residential and commercial customers. Our customers are very important to us and we have the track record to prove it, customer service 24 hours a day is always first and most important. We only provide top quality products and services which allows us to offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our employees are factory trained and certified above the industry standards allowing you the peace of mind you deserve and expect from a company you’re choosing to work in your home or business. Being a locally owned and operated company we stay current with the happenings of the community’s that we serve, keeping up to date on code and energy requirements and making charitable contributions. We have several advantages over our competition, we are a top rated PGE aprroved heat pump contractor, Northwest Natural certified Gas and Service Solutions contractor, Oregon Energy Trust certified Partner, Energy Star Products Provider, certified with the Oregon State Department of Energy and the Federal Government to offer the tax credits that the high efficiency products can qualify for. Consider the long term savings new and efficient equipment can offer. The money you spend can make a lot of sense. Enjoy years of worry free operation and comfort with the best manufacturer warranties in the industry. Honke Heating and Air Conditioning’s qualified technicians are experienced in residential and commercial installation of: •Gas, Oil and Electric Furnaces •Heat Pumps •Air Conditioners •Ductless mini split heat pump systems •Gas and electric hot water heaters both tankless and tank •Hydraulic Boiler Systems •Radiant Heating Systems •Gas Fireplaces •Gas piping installation and repair •Media and Electronic Air Filters •New Ductwork •In floor Heating •Programmable Thermostats Lasting value from the company you trust. Because of the Lennox and Rudd Quality Dealer Standards Program customers know they can trust us. We’ve met the toughest standards in the business. We sell,install and service the highest quaility ductless heat pumps and are a proud Mitsubishi Diamond Dealer, Daikin Absolute Comfort Dealer, LG- Life’s Good Dealer, Fujitsu Halcyon certified Dealer. We have been voted *“Best Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor” the last 4 years in a row. (*per the Gresham Outlook and Sandy Post reader survey). We are active members in ORACCA (Oregon Air Conditioning Contractors of America), NWCC (north west collage of construction), NATE (north american technician excellence), several local chamber of commerce’s including Gresham, Sandy and Troutdale/Wood Village. Give us a call today to find out more!!
"The repairman replaced the compressor, wiring harness and recharged the refrigerant. His work involved pressure testing, checking voltage and 3 1/2 hours of labor. He arrived on time, was courteous and professional, and did excellent work. My AC has been working great!"
Patricia T on September 2021
A gas log fireplace should be inspected and serviced as needed once a year. Preventative maintenance can help keep your fireplace in working condition and save money in the long run by avoiding more costly repairs on parts that could have been fixed sooner with a regular inspection.
The cost difference between a gas fireplace and a wood-burning fireplace depends on the type of wood-burning fireplace installed. The cost to install a gas fireplace tends to be cheaper than the cost to install a brick wood-burning fireplace. Installing a gas fireplace costs about $3,600 on average, whereas the cost to build a masonry wood-burning fireplace can go up to $30,000. The cost to install a wood-burning fireplace insert or stove can cost from $700 to $6,500, about the same as a gas fireplace on average.
The cost to repair a fireplace depends on the type, extent of repairs needed, and your location. The average cost to repair a fireplace varies depending on the part of the fireplace that needs work:
Firebox: $160–$2,500
Refractory panel: $200–$300
Hearth: $150–$800
Mantel: $500–$1,200
Pilot light: $100–$350
Igniter: $100–$150
Gas valve: $150–$300
Thermocouple: $75–$350
Thermopile: $75–$350
Yes, it can be worth installing a gas fireplace, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.
A gas fireplace insert costs about $3,600 to install, on average. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.